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Happiness Injection with Shonette BasonConfidenceIt’s all about confidence! One of the biggest lessons Shonette learned while at the factory was learning how to stand up for herself.Shonette and Cammy talk about the times they’ve been standing up for themselves and for others. Shonette does it for the children and Cammy for his community through his blog I know you’re gay but…Make sure you subscribe to The Happiness Injection on YouTube so you can see your dose of happiness as well as listen.Get in touch with Shonette on Instagram @basonshonette and Cammy...
2020-12-3111 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonSlang!Shonette is 48 and Cammy is 24 and sometimes this can lead to a bit of a communication issue.So today the pair are looking at slang and the way words can mean very different things to different generations.In particular the pair have a giggle about some slang words from the 80s - when Shonette was a teenager!How many words do you remember? Make sure you subscribe to The Happiness Injection on YouTube so you can see your dose of happiness as well as listen.Get in touch with...
2020-12-2810 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonChristmas SpiritAs Christmas approaches Shonette and Cammy reflect on how this crazy covid Christmas might actually make future Christmases betterShonette has planned an outside Christmas for her family this year. Yes, an outside Christmas in the North East of England! Don’t worry she’s ordered some patio heaters.Cammy’s just looking forward to Christmas dinner.Merry Christmas and here’s to being kinder to each other and ourselves. Make sure you subscribe to The Happiness Injection on YouTube so you can see your dose of happiness as well as listen.
2020-12-2409 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonRally YourselfSome days Shonette wakes up happy and other days she doesn’t. Let’s be honest there are some days when it’s harder to convince your brain it’s all going to be ok and it’s worth getting out of bed. So how can you rally yourself to be happy on those other days? Shonette and Cammy are here to help with ideas to make sure you are rallied up to the max! Make sure you subscribe to The Happiness Injection on YouTube so you can see your dose of happiness as well as listen.
2020-12-2211 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonCan Lemon Suckers Be Saved?Lemon suckers are well and truly in Shonette’s sights today. They are the people that won’t try anything new, won’t smile, are totally moody all the time and have that “lemon sucker” face on them all the time.Shonette thinks it’s possible to get some lemon suckers to cough up their lemons, but not everybody. Because not every lemon sucker wants to cough up that lemon. So how do you deal with a lemon sucker? You stay happy. Shonette and Cammy have all the tools for you to protect yourself from lemon suckers...
2020-12-2011 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonCovid ChristmasIt’s a Covid Christmas for Shonette and Cammy and indeed everybody this year. A very different Christmas for a very different year. But you can make it a magical Christmas even though it won’t be the Christmas you perhaps imagined it would be in January 2020!But you have the magic in you and you can make it as special as you want. And Shonette and Cammy are here to help you bring the Christmas magic with their usual laughter and ideas to get you off your head with happiness.Make sure you s...
2020-12-1810 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonNew JobThere’s two new jobs on the podcast. Shonette is teaching 5 days a week. And Cammy’s still in the factory but it’s a new role and not nights!And whilst it’s not on either of their job descriptions the pair of them are making sure they are spreading happiness (without drugs or alcohol). Cammy gets to talk to people and spreads compliments wherever he goes. Shonette is spreading baking! And you don’t need to get a new job to spread the happiness - Shonette and Cammy have lots of ideas for you to brin...
2020-12-1610 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonLittle AddictionsShonette and Cammy are talking little addictions! The things you can’t stop yourself from doing (or in Shonette’s case eating!)Shonette is addicted to cake and Cammy is addicted to TK Maxx (but he’s facing lockdown cold turkey!)Should we be worried about these little things that start out as a joke or a bit of fun but then you find you can’t go a day without them?Make sure you subscribe to The Happiness Injection on YouTube so you can see your dose of happiness as well as l...
2020-11-1812 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonNo! You Can't Always Be What You Want To Be!Shonette is annoyed by the lies we tell children (and adults). And the one that’s really got her goat is this one “You can be anything you want to be”Sometimes you have to recognise that actually there are some things you can’t do. It’s not negative to think or say this because sometimes thinking you can achieve something which is simply impossible will actually make you sad and frustrated.So get your ears around this episode as Shonette tells you what you might want to tell yourself (and the kids) instea...
2020-11-1512 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonThat One Exercise FriendShonette is back in the UK from sunny Dubai! And she’s joined on today’s episode by Cameron who you met in episode 105.Today they are talking about exercise and whether it is really good for you.Shonette isn’t convinced…Make sure you subscribe to The Happiness Injection on YouTube so you can see your dose of happiness as well as listen.Get in touch with Shonette on Instagram @basonshonetteAnd visit her website https://www.shonettebasonwood.com/ Music used under creative...
2020-11-1110 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonLIVE from Dubai (feel the heat)Life after the factory is going well for Shonette.She’s recorded this episode from a garden in Dubai where she’s been working for a few weeks as a teacher. The sunshine, the warmth, and the joy of going to bed at night time has been teaching Shonette to appreciate the simple little things in life. And of course going back to teaching has been bliss. Getting back means new plans and new projects are needed. Shonette’s got a 30 day fitness project as well as book projects too.
2020-10-2213 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonYour Inner Lemon SuckerHave you been listening to your inner Lemon Sucker a bit too much recently?Shonette's been hearing hers a fair bit. And she's noticed that inner lemon sucker is more than a bit harsh sometimes. You'd never say that sort of thing to anybody else would you?So in today's episode Shonette gives you the best advice to beat your inner lemon sucker. Make sure you subscribe to The Happiness Injection on YouTube so you can see your dose of happiness as well as listen.Get in touch with Shonette on...
2020-09-2708 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonThe Cage, The Tiger And The FactoryShonette has some news. No spoilers here but EVERYTHING is changing.She was sent to the cage, took her tiger for a walk and realised she was being turned in to a lemon sucker.And that's not our Shonette.She'll fill you in on all the details in this episode of Happiness Injection!
2020-09-2313 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonWay To Self Love With Guest KatIt’s all about self love in this episode of Happiness Injection.And there’s another special guest - it’s Shonette’s best Covid friend Kat.The pair of them have been supporting each other through Shonette’s break up.Kat is a self love coach and she shares her best advice for you to learn a bit of self love.Spoiler alert - it doesn’t happen overnight and it doesn’t come in a gin glass.Just a word of warning Shonette uses the “s” word that rhymes with h...
2020-09-2014 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonCoaching Happiness SuperheroesShonette has been running a happiness superhero coaching course. It’s a self help course to help the self because she is a self help junkie!Weight Loss and fitness was one of the main goals to start off but soon those goals developed and people soon discovered the superhero inside them. One woman is set to publish the book she has written, but has been putting off. Another is getting ready to open a bakery!And guess what!? Shonette has also discovered lots about herself too.Today’s podcast is dedic...
2020-09-1611 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonMeet Cammy!Shonette has found a kindred spirit and he’s here on the podcast.Cammy is Shonette’s friend from the factory. And like Shonette he was born happy. In fact he’s the second happiest person on the planet as voted for by Shonette!Cammy and Shonette chat about why he’s so happy and what you can do to be as happy as he and Shonette are (even if you work in a factory).If you want to find out more about Cameron you can find him on insta cameronggoughAnd this...
2020-09-0913 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonDon't Tell Me What To Do!Don't tell Shonette what to do!You'll be shocked to hear that Shonette has always been very clear on whether she wants to do something or not.So unless you're going to tell her some positives along with the negatives and stopping her from doing what she wants to do to be happy (car park disco anybody?!) then don't even think about itAnd if you're one of those people who tell others what to do - have a think about how you're saying (no shushing!)Make sure you subscribe to...
2020-09-0710 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason#JustProcrastinatingAre you a procrastinator? Truth is you've no doubt heard all the tips in the world about how to stop procrastinating and just get on with it. Maybe you've been told to get organised and make a plan. (ha ha!)Shonette has some better advice (even if her ironing basket has clothes in it for weeks on end!) you need a schedule.You can get hold of Shonette's schedule here Make sure you subscribe to The Happiness Injection on YouTube so you can see your dose of happiness as...
2020-09-0210 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonWhen Co-Workers Become FriendsThe night shifts at the factory are continuing for Shonette but there are positives.She's made some fantastic new friends.And there's exciting times for the new friends.Two of them are having a baby and Shonette's most unlikely of new friends (miserable Andy) is getting married to his girlfriend.AND Shonette is going to be BEST WOMAN! She gets to wear a dress again!! But there's been some sadness too, her oldest friend's dad died.So Shonette wants you to think about your friends, your new...
2020-08-3110 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonThe Jungle Of LifeShonette is still at the factory working night shifts.And even though the work is hard, the people she's working with make up for it.Covid - 19 and 2020 in general is teaching Shonette that life and reality can be a bit rubbish at times. But everybody is in this together and it's the people who are going to get us through!A word of warning - Shonette uses the S word that rhymes with it in this episode so if you've got little ears listening you might want to wait until...
2020-08-1412 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason100 Percent Positive And WorkingThis is a very special episode of Happiness Injection because the podcast is officially 100 episodes old today.If only we knew at episode number one what we know now!As well as celebrating turning 100, Shonette is looking forward to her birthday.She's also been spreading the happiness throughout Amazon - so much so her boss wants her to go to another part of the warehouse to make them happier!It just shows positivity is a super power and we all have it! Get in touch with Shonette on Instagram...
2020-06-1914 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonGoing To AmazonLast time we heard from Shonette she was about to start her job at Amazon. She's working in one of the new warehouses and taking on the nightshift as she goes.You won't be surprised to hear Shonette is bringing her own brand of happiness to the job!And no the robots don't look like robots from the telly!Shonette's been making lots of new friends and wants you to take the time to listen to other people's stories - you might be surprised. Get in touch with Shonette...
2020-06-1215 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonNot Everybody's Got A Book In ThemAfter last week's emotional Coronacoaster Shonette is back with a bit more positivity.At the beginning of lockdown there was lots of talk about all the things you could achieve. Yeah, Shonette's still laughing at some of those ideas too.But one thing she has done is finish her book.Well ok, the first draft but she is over the line.It's not a lockdown creation, in fact it's taken much longer than that to get even this far. And it made Shonette think about how everybody...
2020-05-0411 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonHitting Rock Bottom During Covid-19WARNING - This is an emotional episode. There are tears, talk about being in a dark place and one use of the s word that rhymes with it.It's been a tough week for Shonette and Spread The Happiness.Like many business owners she's been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic.And this week Shonette found out the type of business she runs is not one of those eligible for government support.This news hit Shonette hard and in this episode she explains how it's affected her...
2020-04-2413 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonWhat Matters NowWhen will it all be over? It's a question many of us are asking about lockdown.But according to Shonette the question should actually be "does it matter?".Lockdown and it's associated restrictions are helping us to realise what does actually matter.And Shonette is grateful for that.Get in touch with Shonette on Instagram @basonshonette Subscribe to Spread The Happiness TV And visit her website https://www.shonettebasonwood.com/Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L...
2020-04-1713 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonEnforced Self Help - Three Tips For Happiness NowHow's your lockdown going?Have you reached acceptance yet? Are you embracing the change?Because change is happening and you have no choice in going along with it.Now it's not necessarily going to be easy but this is your opportunity to use your change to be positive.Take some time to sit down and think about how and what you are appreciating now you missing them.As always Shonette wants to hear from you - be social in our socially distant world right...
2020-04-1615 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonIt's Time To Get Our Shield TogetherThe time has come for the negativity around this pandemic to just DO ONE!There's a lot of lemon sucking taking place right now, especially on social media. But Shonette has had enough.She wants us all to be a bit more like Shonette's Mum. She's been taking full advantage of the lockdown and set herself challenges.If you need some help to come up with things to do you can download the 60 Things For Adults To Do Indoors hereDon't forget to get in touch with...
2020-04-1009 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonRamp Up The Celebration Of Small WinsAs the Coronavirus pandemic continues and many people in the UK are still being told to stay at home it can feel hard to be grateful for much.But there are so many things that we can and should feel grateful for.When you ramp up the celebrations for the small victories you will find more celebrations to to be grateful for.And gratitude and happiness is what we need right now!Get in touch with Shonette on Instagram @basonshonette Subscribe to Spread The Happiness T...
2020-04-0911 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason60 Things For Adults To Do IndoorsEverywhere you look online there are challenges, activities and ideas for things to do to entertain children during the Coronavirus pandemic.But what about the adults? What can grown ups do?Shonette has the answer in today's episode of Happiness Injection. She's come up with 60 things you can do - you can download it hereKeeping active is an important part of boosting your mental health during this time. And there's even more good news because Shonette has a bonus activity for you - eat as much garlic...
2020-04-0310 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonIsolation ProblemsAre you in isolation with the people you want to be in isolation with?Now more than ever is the time to be the positive person and not the lemon sucker.We can all still have fun whilst being socially distant - wave hello to your neighbour or shout good morning to the person on the other side of the road when you're on your daily exercise.Think about how you can help others - Shonette has a few ideas.Let Shonette know how you are doing...
2020-03-3007 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonHappy IndoorsIn these times you probably need all the Happiness Injections you can get.Good news, Shonette is here with your Friday Happiness Injection.Most of the UK is on lockdown and schools are shut to the majority of pupils.The uncertainty of the pandemic is making many people scared.But Shonette has a solution - A SCHEDULE (and sticking to it).Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.Get in...
2020-03-2709 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonI just don’t know what to do with myselfWe're all being told to stay away from people as much as possible thanks to the coronavirus pandemic.But the more we're told to stay at home, the more we want to go outside right!?Shonette though has a solution to the impending isolation (and home schooling for your little ones!) It's all about routine!Let Shonette know how you're coping with staying inside You can find her on Instagram @basonshonette and her website https://www.shonettebasonwood.com/Music used under...
2020-03-2308 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonWhat Can I Do?If the panic and the uncertainty around the Coronavirus pandemic is sucking the happiness out of you then take 10 minutes out of your day to get your Happiness Injection.Shonette get's it. She knows the current situation is making so many people feel scared and sad.But she has a way to make you feel better - help other people!You have the power to help yourself and others get through this.Let Shonette know how you are doing Get in touch with Shonette...
2020-03-2009 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonThis Too Shall PassHere's an extra dose of your Happiness Injection because let's be honest we all need one right now!At the time of recording the world is dealing with a pandemic. In many countries, including the UK people have been told to stay at home.Obviously this is causing a lot of worry for a lot of people.Including Shonette.But she's here to help you get through this in the same way she is getting through it.If you want to show Shonette some...
2020-03-1808 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonCan you be happy for someone’s good news?In today's episode Shonette is talking about those people who somehow manage to suck the happiness out of your good news by just having to rain on your parade.And don't get Shonette started on those people who have to go one better on whatever story you have to tell. Shonette wants you to think about your reaction to other people's news - is it to be negative or go one better? Let Shonette know what your response is to other people's good news - do you elevenerife it?
2020-03-1607 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonBored Bored BoredBORED BORED BORED!Are you stuck in the same routine. Do you eat the same meals on the same day of the week every week, or maybe you have a car parking space you always use at the gym or supermarket.Well Shonette thinks it's time for you to get spicy like the Spice Girls and spice up your life.Get in touch with Shonette on Instagram @basonshonette Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor...
2020-03-1309 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonHave You Ever Been InsultedSomebody has insulted Shonette and it's got to her this time.She was already feeling insecure about a few things (her Nana jowl being one of them) and this insult, sent by text message, really spiked those feelings.But don't panic the solutions to being insulted are within today's episode so give it a good listen!Get in touch with Shonette on Instagram @basonshonette and her website https://www.shonettebasonwood.com/Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor...
2020-03-0908 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonRelationship CompromisesI don't know if you've heard but Shonette got a new man for Christmas! It's very exciting.And in today's Happiness Injection she's talking about relationships and the compromises we make (or don't make) when we are in a relationship.Shonette's compromise involved going to a gig, in return Shonette's new man went to B & Q with her. On a Sunday!!Get in touch with Shonette and tell her your relationship compromises she's on Instagram here - @basonshonette Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you...
2020-03-0610 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonHave We Got Positivity WrongShonette's been thinking about kindness and happiness and the way we think about positivity.Some days it takes a lot of effort to be nice, kind and happy because we live in a world of Lemon Suckers.But are we getting it wrong because it comes back to bite us on the bottom?Shonette thinks so. She wants you to be more Rocky Balboa before you leave the house!Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonetteand her website https://www.shonettebasonwood.com/
2020-03-0209 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonDefinition Of A Lemon SuckerYou'll often hear Shonette talk about Lemon Suckers, the people who are miserable and take the joy away from everything.Sometimes the Lemon Sucker can even be us.Today Shonette explains why she uses the term Lemon Sucker and why it's not an insult! As always Shonette wants to hear from you so pop her a message over on Instagram @basonshonette Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava. See...
2020-02-2810 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonA Bad Day!Even people full of happiness sometimes have off days.And Shonette has without a doubt had a challenging day today.Weirdly though it made her think of the story "We're Going On A Bear Hunt" where the family on the bear hunt also face a number of challenges but they make it through and actually have a fabulous fun adventure.Shonette will explain how you can turn your Bear Hunt challenging days in to an adventure! Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonette ...
2020-02-2408 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonIf You Can Do Anything Do Kindness ActsHave you ever had a random act of kindness given to you? Shonette is talking about kindness today and the difference between being kind and being actively kind.At first glance it might not seem as though there is a difference between the two - but Shonette wants to tell you there is!Shonette would love to see your kindness acts so tag her on Instagram when you do it!Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonette facebook https://www.facebook.com/SpreadTheHappinessPage/
2020-02-2110 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonIf You've Got Nothing Nice To Type, Type Nothing At ALLUh Oh.Somebody, actually make that two people, have annoyed our Shonette this week.They wrote some proper Lemon Sucker stuff on her Facebook page.BAD MOVE!But it's also got Shonette thinking about how people are quick and seemingly happy to write all sorts online, stuff they probably wouldn't say in real life.So the mantra today is "If you've got nothing nice to type, type nothing at all!"Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonette
2020-02-1709 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonSome Is Better Than None!How many times do you tell yourself you are too busy to take care of yourself / do the housework / go for a run / eat healthily (delete as appropriate!)I'm guessing quite a few times!And Shonette is the same.But she's decided it's time to live by the phrase "Some Is Better Than None". And there's no excuses when you do that.FInd out how following the "some is better than none" mantra is working out for Shonette and why she thinks it's something you should do...
2020-02-1408 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonPDR Plan it, Do it and Review itHow much do you do on auto pilot? Well it's time to get yourself in manual and plan more, do more and review more. If you do, you'll end up doing more!And when planning you need at least three things to look forward to.Shonette reckons PDR could be next level happiness for lots of you.Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonette facebook https://www.facebook.com/SpreadTheHappinessPage/ and her website https://www.shonettebasonwood.com/
2020-02-1007 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonLet's Get Through Those Sad TimesWelcome to the Happiness Injection with Shonette!Not only will you get off your head with happiness, there's no drugs or alcohol involved and certainly no calories! Today Shonette is reflecting on a post she put on Instagram titled "8 Things To Remember When Going Through Tough Times".She goes through them one by one and looks at ways you can use them.A word of warning - there's talk of a dog with an upset tummy and all that is associated with that. So maybe don't listen...
2020-02-0712 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonJust JudgingAre you a bit judgey? Maybe you are 100% judgey. But what does being judgemental actually achieve?In today's Happiness Injection Shonette looks at what it means to be judgemental and she's joined again by Karen. Oh and a bit of a language warning, Shonette says the B word most famously used by the Sex Pistols. Never mind eh... Seriously though if you've got young ears listening with you just be aware. It's towards the back end and it's not used in a nasty way.Get in touch...
2020-02-0315 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonIrrational Fears Are OK By MeToday Shonette is joined by her friend Karen and the pair are talking about irrational fears.The fears you know deep down are pretty much unfounded in reality but will still stop you walking across a bridge over water, or going swimming in the sea because a shark might attack you!And do you know what - it's ok to have these fears!Shonette would love to know she's not alone with an irrational fear so get in touch and tell her what is yours!Get in...
2020-01-3111 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonHow To Stop Negative ThoughtsARGHHH negative thoughts! They can be all around us and all consuming right!?It might be a surprise to you but Shonette's negative voice in her head is quite loud.So how does she stay so blinking happy and positive?SINGING!And that's what she wants you to do. Drown out the negativity by singing!Let her know the songs you sing in your head to get yourself positive!Get in touch with Shonette onInsta @basonshonette...
2020-01-2708 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonBe Responsible For YourselfOne of the hardest parts of life is being kind to yourself.But if you're not kind to yourself how can you be kind to others?In this episode Shonette looks at a quote from Jordon B Peterson which is all about fixing yourself and treating yourself in the way you'd treat somebody you were responsible for.His book is called The Lessons For Life.So think about who you are responsible for and how you treat them, why don't you treat yourself like that?...
2020-01-2408 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonHappy ParentingShonette is angry. So angry she's been stomping around in her wellies in the dark.Well it has been a long day. But it got her thinking about the lie of perfect happy parenting!Being a parent is not always fun, or happy or easy. But a happy parent helps sort their children out!And that means being honest, forgiving yourself and chilling out!Oh and if you're not a parent, don't think you're off the hook either....
2020-01-1712 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonWhy Don't We Sing?It's the first Happiness Injection of 2020 and Shonette is in fine voice!She's singing loudly for everybody to hear, but guess what... not everybody else is joining in! Can you believe it!!??Singing has been proven to help make you feel better and when Shonette goes to the football she spends 90 minutes (and the rest, she's a Manchester United supporter!) singing and getting off her head with happiness!!So why aren't you singing? What song do you want to sing? Let Shonette know...Get in touch with...
2020-01-1309 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonA Cancelled Flight Or An AdventureWhen does a cancelled flight become an adventure which is talked about for years?When Shonette's involved obviously.Recently Shonette got a message from a woman she met in Cardiff who, like her, was trying to get back to Newcastle Upon Tyne and definitely not Newcastle Under Lyme in Staffordshire!She told Shonette the way she turned around everybody's thinking has stuck with her for years.In this episode you will hear the story of the adventure of the cancelled flight and find out just why perspective...
2019-12-3011 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonDecember To RememberThere are two different types of people in the world.Those who have Christmas nailed before the end of September and those who are still thinking about starting to think about Christmas around about now - in mid December.Can you guess which one Shonette is?Shonette loves Christmas because it lifts everybody and kindness levels soar!This year she's making it a #DecemberToRemember by spending time making memories not time spending money.You can get involved with this hashtag and Shonette wants to hear...
2019-12-1613 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonA Little Bit Of SadAre you a little bit surprised about the seasonal return of dark nights now the clocks have gone back?Shonette loves the dark nights. But it seems others don’t and they end up in a bit of a dark place.If you’re one of those people and have a little bit of sad, then this is the episode for you. Shonette has solutions to help you feel better.Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonette facebook https://www.facebook.com/SpreadTheHappinessPage/ and...
2019-11-2211 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonRude!Shonette’s still a bit poorly but the podcasts won’t stop while she’s waiting for surgery.And of course Shonette is still happy!!Today it’s all about rudeness. Since being in hospital Shonette has decided she’s fed up with people being rude, in fact she’s decided it’s time to call out people who are being rude!And that includes you too when you are being rude. Call yourself out and shift your moody mood!Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonette...
2019-11-0810 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonWhat doesn’t kill you ... wakes you right up!You may have noticed Shonette and The Happiness Injection Podcast has been a little quiet recently.Well, that's because Shonette has been quite ill.The good news is she's back, there's no Lemon Sucking in sight and you'll find out how nearly dying (twice) has changed Shonette.You may need a tissue for this episode but there's still plenty of positivity!Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonette and her website https://www.shonettebasonwood.com/Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you...
2019-09-3014 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonFestival of Happiness Holiday HungerIn June 2019 The Festival Of Happiness came to Birmingham.Around a thousand people were treated to a day of inspirational speakers and practical ways to boost those happiness levels.It's a not for profit event with all the speakers appearing for free and all money made going to Shonette's charity Spreading The HappinessThis series of special podcasts are recordings of the day, the talks, interviews with some the speakers and even a catch up with beneficiaries of the charity.So if you were there you can...
2019-08-0715 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonFestival of Happiness Hywel RobertsIn June 2019 The Festival Of Happiness came to Birmingham.Around a thousand people were treated to a day of inspirational speakers and practical ways to boost those happiness levels.It's a not for profit event with all the speakers appearing for free and all money made going to Shonette's charity Spreading The HappinessThis series of special podcasts are recordings of the day, the talks, interviews with some the speakers and even a catch up with beneficiaries of the charity.So if you were there you can...
2019-08-0620 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonFestival of Happiness Tips For Increased HappinessIn June 2019 The Festival Of Happiness came to Birmingham.Around a thousand people were treated to a day of inspirational speakers and practical ways to boost those happiness levels.It's a not for profit event with all the speakers appearing for free and all money made going to Shonette's charity Spreading The HappinessThis series of special podcasts are recordings of the day, the talks, interviews with some the speakers and even a catch up with beneficiaries of the charity.So if you were there you can...
2019-08-0511 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonFestival of Happiness Paul McGillivrayIn June 2019 The Festival Of Happiness came to Birmingham.Around a thousand people were treated to a day of inspirational speakers and practical ways to boost those happiness levels.It's a not for profit event with all the speakers appearing for free and all money made going to Shonette's charity Spreading The HappinessThis series of special podcasts are recordings of the day, the talks, interviews with some the speakers and even a catch up with beneficiaries of the charity.So if you were there you can...
2019-08-0219 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonFestival of Happiness Richard GerverIn June 2019 The Festival Of Happiness came to Birmingham.Around a thousand people were treated to a day of inspirational speakers and practical ways to boost those happiness levels.It's a not for profit event with all the speakers appearing for free and all money made going to Shonette's charity Spreading The HappinessThis series of special podcasts are recordings of the day, the talks, interviews with some the speakers and even a catch up with beneficiaries of the charity.So if you were there you can...
2019-08-0142 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonFestival of Happiness Dr Andy CopeIn June 2019 The Festival Of Happiness came to Birmingham.Around a thousand people were treated to a day of inspirational speakers and practical ways to boost those happiness levels.It's a not for profit event with all the speakers appearing for free and all money made going to Shonette's charity Spreading The HappinessThis series of special podcasts are recordings of the day, the talks, interviews with some the speakers and even a catch up with beneficiaries of the charity.So if you were there you can...
2019-07-3141 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonFestival Of Happiness Paul McGeeIn June 2019 The Festival Of Happiness came to Birmingham.Around a thousand people were treated to a day of inspirational speakers and practical ways to boost those happiness levels.It's a not for profit event with all the speakers appearing for free and all money made going to Shonette's charity Spreading The HappinessThis series of special podcasts are recordings of the day, the talks, interviews with some the speakers and even a catch up with beneficiaries of the charity.So if you were there you can...
2019-07-301h 07Happiness Injection with Shonette BasonHoliday HappinessShonette's on holiday, with her mum, and she's got some tips for you for your holiday!This podcast is for you if you ever feel guilty about having time off and just relaxing.It's also for you if you're facing a challenge or you're on a tough path.And there's also a lesson to be learned about gratitude!Get in touch with Shonette on Insta @basonshonette and her website https://www.shonettebasonwood.com/Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L...
2019-07-2914 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonLet Me Tell You About My Friendship Break UpThis episode is all about friendships and in particular friendship break ups.It’s hard to break up with a friend and it hurts. It can hurt as much as a relationship break up.Shonette’s been through a friendship break up and it did make her feel sad. But there’s a quote that resonates with her when it comes to this situation.It goes “There are three types of friends in life - friends for a reason, friends for a season and friends for life.”Friendships can come an...
2019-06-1912 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonUnhappily busy, busy, busy?How many times a day do you get stressed out about being busy busy busy busy busy? But are you actually busy? Really? On Instagram? Having a coffee? Just distracting yourself because you don’t actually want to do the things you need to do.This episode is all about Time Management. Shonette knows your life is busy, her life is busy too.But she’s got a solution. STRUCTURE YOUR WEEK. Yes it does sound dull but give it a go for four weeks and Shonette promises your life will improve.
2019-06-1408 minHappiness Injection with Shonette BasonTake Part In Your LifeShonette is extra happy today and is talking about taking part in your life.So many people tell Shonette their life is dull and they need help.And her answer is TAKE PART. Wherever you are in your life take part in it. Stop being a spectator in your own life. Not sure how to do that? Well Shonette has some suggestions for you in this episode.Let Shonette know how you are taking part in your life this week…You can...
2019-06-1110 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason50: Appreciation Is Simple But Deeply RootedAppreciationWhere do you find your gratitude? For Shonette gratitude feels like a platitude. It’s far easier to find gratitude when you’ve got a set time to look for it. But where on earth do you find gratitude if you are in the middle of a lemon sucker onslaught? Maybe it’s time to take gratitude and turn it in to appreciation. It’s far deeper than simply saying thank you or I am grateful. And let’s start with you. What do you appreciate about yourself? And do you show appreciation to others?If you want t...
2019-05-3009 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason49: Could You Be Kind For A Minute Please?Today’s Happiness Injection is all about kindness! If you’re ever not happy Shonette suggests being kind in return. It makes you feel better and will totally shock the person who has been unkind to you.Hywell who does the show show with Shonette (check out podcast number 7) told her how staff at a Pupil Referal Unit he worked at asked children there “to be kind for just one minute” And that got Shonette thinking (uh oh) imagine if everybody listening was kind for just one minute and the ripple that would create.
2019-05-2110 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason48: How Can I Help You Have A Happy HolidayHolidays are a time for chilling out and being happy right? Well no not always.How many times have you had a less than happy holiday? You’ve got to plan days out and pay for them and then enjoy yourself with the people you’re with at the hotel you’re staying at?Shonette has the key to having a happy holiday. It’s doing things for others and helping somebody else.But how does that make your holiday better? Well Shonette will explain as well as giving you all the tips you need...
2019-04-1711 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason47: When Life Gives You Instant Hater Lemon SuckersShonette’s been having a wild week! But it’s taken her a while to recover from being with people who drained her happiness to ZERO!Shonette met somebody at an event recently who took an instant dislike to her. And she was very rude too.But it’s ok because with a bit of wand therapy Shonette found it all quite amusing. The next day at this event the room was full of negativity and Shonette’s happiness and positivity was sucked dry! The good news is this helped Shonette realise ju...
2019-04-1014 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason46: Get Back In My Comfort ZoneShonette has been getting out of her comfort zone recentlyRegular listeners will know she wants to do stand up comedy and perform at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Well exciting times are ahead because she’s only gone and got an audition for the next stage of that dream!But uh oh this is sending Shonette straight back to her comfort zone because this is scary!!!Anybody who tells you to "get out of your comfort zone" is probably still in their comfort zone because it is hard work!But how ar...
2019-03-2111 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason45: Do You Want To Have More FunSit down, grab a brew because Shonette has some things to say about World Book Day. Or maybe it should be called World Dress Up As A Character (Not Always From A Book) Day instead?But what World Book Day does do is show Lemon Suckers who normally act all Lemon Sucky about dressing up that yes they can have fun too! We all have the potential to have fun so why so many people wait until we have permission?Let's all have more fun because having fun is what we all remember and maybe...
2019-03-1411 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason44: It Is What It IsShonette is a big fan of the phrase "don't let people (or silly things) steal your happiness". She was reminded of this last week at an event she was speaking at. One of the attendees was crying during the happiness workshop and it turned out to be down to something somebody had said to her previously but she'd been going over and over and over it in her head.Now Shonette admits she is one of the worst offenders for "doing her own head in" because of others or situations she's got not much control over.
2019-03-0612 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason43: Be A Positive InfluencerShonette has been to the football. Not a surprise you might think, but actually this is out of her comfort zone because it was an away match AND she went on her own without her son!This episode of Happiness Injection looks at who and what influences us. It comes after a discussion on the way to the match where Shonette and her three football men talk about what it was that influenced them to love Manchester United.There's even a story that begins "I told Sir Alex Ferguson…" You'll have to listen to find ou...
2019-02-0614 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason42: Good Things Come In ThreesNo don't worry you've not misread the title of this episode of Happiness Injection.Shonette has been busy though and in particular she's noticed the way we talk and thinks it's time to flip the things we say.That means no longer will bad things come in threes, instead only good things will come in threes.There's plenty of phrases getting the Shonette Happiness Injection and there's even a flash back to her dog eating a squirrel!So remember #GoodThingsComeInThrees and let Shonette know your good things Don't forget t...
2019-01-2809 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason41: #ItsNotOK To Be A Work Place Lemon Sucker!In this episode of Happiness Injection Shonette is talking about what it's NOT ok to be.And in case the title isn't a big enough giveaway, today (and always) it is not OK to be a work place LEMON SUCKER.Shonette will tell you about a spectacular work place lemon sucker she encountered at an event and how this person made her decide it's time to stop letting the negative people run the show. It is time to pluck up the courage and tell the lemon suckers in your life that their negativity is affecting...
2019-01-2217 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason40: My Dating UpdatesWelcome to the Happiness Injection with Shonette Bason.In this episode you'll hear all about Shonette's recent dating experiences.A quick word of warning, you might end up blushing more than a little bit. But you'll also laugh out loud!As always you'll be off your head with happiness without the need for calories, drugs or alcohol.Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and...
2019-01-0715 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason39: I'm Going To Be The Best Version Of MeWelcome to 2019 and the only resolution you need this year is to listen to Happiness Injection with Shonette Bason.In this episode Shonette examines New Year's resolutions and why we often set ourselves up for failure by focusing on January to start something new.With Shonette as your guide you can make 2019 better than 2018.And the good news is there's no calories, drugs or alcohol needed to get you off your head with happiness!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is...
2019-01-0212 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason38: A Selection Box of Highlights from 2018As the last few hours of 2018 tick away listen to some of the highlights from Happiness Injection with Shonette Bason.There's lots more to come in 2019!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-12-3129 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason37: How To Be Happy In A RelationshipShonette's been asked to write an article for Take A Break magazine about happiness in relationships.That's despite the fact she's single (and ready to mingle, see previous episodes!)All her tips and Yugo the dog are waiting for you on this episode of Happiness Injection!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-12-0614 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason36: Dress Up For LifeWelcome to this episode of Happiness Injection with Shonette!Today as well as getting off your head with happiness, you'll be looking fabulous.It's all about putting on your best shirt, dress, trousers or shoes and showing the world what you are all about.Say no to skanky pants and listen to Happiness Injection to find out why you, yes even the men, need to put the lippy on!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood...
2018-11-2609 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason35: #NotTheWinnerWelcome to this episode of The Happiness Injection.Today Shonette is looking at what happens when you don't get what you want. Even when you are wearing an amazing dress!Sometimes life hands you lessons, it's how you handle them that's important.Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-11-2212 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason34: The Moment I Joined A Dating AppUh Oh!Shonette has joined a dating app. She's either going to get a third husband or some comedy material!What do you think it'll be?Our special guest is back too!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-11-1211 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason33: Have You Got A Live Life List?A list of things to do with your life is a great thing to do. We all need things to look forward to.Shonette calls it a Live Life List because it's all about living life!In this episode she tells you how to make the most of ticking off your list.Just don't call it a bucket list.There's a special guest to hear from too!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood...
2018-11-0614 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason32: Flip That Negative And Find A SolutionLemon Suckers are a fact of life, but in this episode of Happiness Injection Shonette will show you how to stay positive.Just a warning - you'll need your hands free for this one!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-10-1714 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason31: Are You Letting People Suck Your Happiness?Shonette's happy, but others around her aren't.In this dose of the Happiness Injection Shonette examines how others suck out your happiness and how to protect yourself from those pesky Lemon Suckers!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-10-1513 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason30: What If You Are The Lemon Sucker?Shonette is back to get you off your head with happiness without the use of drugs or alcohol. There'll be no calories either!This week she wants to know about your inner Lemon Sucker. That voice that sucks the joy out of everything. But don't worry, your inner Lemon Sucker doesn't stand a chance with Shonette around! Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-09-2412 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason29: Be Your Own HeroGrab your cape and (best) pants and make sure you're wearing them over your trousers because in this episode of The Happiness Injection Shonette is going to show you how to be your own hero.You'll be fighting Lemonsuckers and winning! Kapow!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-09-1109 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason28: Pick it up or Pack-et in!Uh oh. This episode of the Happiness Injection with Shonette is rubbish.Well, it's all about rubbish. And if you've been chucking litter out of your car window you are in big trouble…Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-08-3010 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason27: Combat the back to work bluesAnd so the end of the summer holidays approaches and the back to work blues appear.Fear not! Shonette has the key to combatting those back to work blues and as always with the Happiness Injection there's no drugs, alcohol or calories to get you happy!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-08-2714 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason26: Less time on lemons and melonsIt's the Happiness Injection and Shonette once again promises to get you off your head with happiness.Today she examines just how much time we spend thinking about and focusing on the lemon suckers we encounter. How could that time be better spent?And what about the melons? You'll just have to listen...Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-08-1909 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason25: Dogs to Death and back again. EMOTIONAL WARNING!This podcast features emotions, some tears and of course happiness and laughterCheesy happiness is an odd concept to many so if you're raised in a world enveloped in cheesy happiness how do you survive outside of that cheesy world?In this episode of Happiness Injection Shonette tells you about her eventful holiday in Cyprus.You might want a brew for this one…Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See ac...
2018-08-1715 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason24: How To Lessen The Negativity In Your LifeLemon suckers, they are everywhere aren't they? Sucking the joy out of our lives. But you have the power to stop this from happening.Grab your positive pants because Shonette is giving you all the tools to get rid of the negativity in your life.Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-07-3112 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason22: Cheesy PositivityShonette is here to make you happy and there will be no cheesy positivity.According to Shonette cheesy positivity is like cheesy chips. Wrong.Instead find out what she thinks you need to be happy.Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-07-1713 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason19: Money Mountain - It's all about the climb! Or is it?In this episode of Happiness Injection Shonette is taking you on an expedition up Money Mountain. Don't worry though you'll be taking in the views along the way!It doesn't matter where you are on the Money Mountain Shonette will make sure you are off your head with happiness!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-06-2716 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason15: Eat less, move more!In this episode of Happiness Injection Shonette is joined by her PT Pete Sweeney, he's the one that goes swimming as his act of kindness!Shonette is not a fittie and loves cake but exercise will make her happy!Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-06-0115 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason13: The How To Guide to KindnessWelcome to the Happiness Injection with Shonette Bason.Being Kind is simple isn't it? You just have to be nice to people.But in this episode Shonette examines what is motivating your kindness and how to improve your kindness.You'll be off your head with happiness in no time.Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-05-2418 minHappiness Injection with Shonette Bason1: Lemon SuckersWelcome to episode 1 of The Happiness Injection with Shonette Bason.In this episode Shonette examines lemon suckers and how they suck the joy out of your life.Music used under creative commons license. Why oh you are L O V E by Dancefloor is Lava.http://www.shonettebasonwood.com/podcasts/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2018-03-2819 min